Skill level: any - ages 14 and up
In this day long workshop, learn to create a beautiful journal with handmade papers and plein aire botanically printed paper covers (or, the art of fixing a shadow/permanent photogenic printing). This day long alchemical lab workshop will focus on observing and heightening awareness of textures and patterns observed in nature.
Drumming, tipping in, and paper engineering will be widely experimented with during the workshop. Content focus will be on heightening awareness and photogenically printing Alabama plant forms - sumac, goldenrod, bloodroot, and elderberry while creating a book that offers an expanded outcome towards a deeper sense of personal authenticity. The class will discuss the symbolism of devotional covers as well as create/workshop how to use paper engineering and other forms of journaling as devotional/garden meditations.
Doug will supply –
Adhesives
Pastes
all book block materials
handmade paper
toned and dye papers
natural dyes/emulsions
other supplies as needed
Students can bring the following as possible (DOUG HAS MANY EXTRAS!)
An awl (or metal pushpin)
bone folder
circular sewing needle (buy at beauty supply store)
scissors
ruler
small cutting mat
brush and small Tupperware for glue
wax paper
rag or sponge
apron
1 inch sash brush
xacto blade
pencil
8”x10” approx. piece of glass
small cookie sheet or 8x10” piece of stiff cardboard
*Students are encouraged to bring various and additional collage or decorative papers, whatever image making supplies you use - Please bring any other glues or mediums or collage materials/papers that are part of your personal aesthetic and studio practice to add to your investigations and research.
Registration will open soon for this workshop.